Finland
Saara Kuusisto is a seasoned professional with a proven track record of excellence in global business leadership, sales strategy, and financial management within the marine industry. With a career spanning several impactful roles at ABB, she has continually showcased her dedication, expertise, and positive demeanor. As Global Business Line Manager at ABB Marine & Ports division, Saara leads with comprehensive business ownership and full Profit & Loss responsibility. She drives strategic execution across all business functions, oversees R&D initiatives, and manages the complete product portfolio while leading a diverse team of approximately 500 professionals across all continents. Her strategic leadership ensures sustainable business growth and operational excellence. Prior to her current role, Saara served as Vice President and head of Global Sales at ABB Marine & Ports, where she drove segment and vessel type sales strategy, managed customer relations, and secured sales pipelines while overseeing a team of approximately 100 professionals across all continents. Before that, Saara served as Vice President of Finance and Controlling at ABB, where she played a pivotal role in managing financial operations on a global scale with responsibilities spanning across seven countries. She led cross-functional teams to implement strategic financial initiatives, optimizing performance and supporting the organization's growth objectives. Saara's career highlights include spearheading projects such as establishing global subsidiaries and providing strategic financial guidance for large-scale endeavors. Her ability to navigate complex challenges with grace and determination, combined with her comprehensive P&L expertise and operational leadership, sets her apart as a dynamic leader in the industry.
Started as a summer trainee in the accounting team at the Debt collection services. After that worked as a part timer throughout the university years and also after maternity leave in year 2011.